"Resource Management"

Okay Okay... So... Before we get to the obvious hatemail. Let me say first, that it isn't easy to make a joke about something as horrible as the bullshit going on in the Democratic Republic of Congo. It's terrible what those people have to deal with every day. From the hungry children, to the rape squads, to the fact that more than 70% of the country lives way way below poverty level. It's not something that is funny.

But... I do believe that humor is a great thing. I believe that it can span issues with a sense of blatancy, and yet still in a light manner, bring to light issues that maybe wouldn't be delivered socially in our comfy day to day lives.

The truth is, I want you to laugh at this... But don't misunderstand, that I don't want anyone, anywhere to laugh at the DRC's issues.

We as Americans often forget that not everyone in the world is as fortunate as we are. We have troubles like any other country in the world... But, when you see something like this... It makes you appreciate the things you take for granted.

The Democratic Republic of Congo, has a weird geography. When you step off the plane, you can walk down a strip of streets and see Lamborgini's, stunner shades, fine Italian suits... and within 5 miles, see starving children and militia armed to the teeth, half of which are under the age of 15. It is a brutal realization.

The country has vast resources as well. Both crude oil, and uncut diamonds are a mainstay... Yet political troubles, and the corrupt diamond trade, create a problem. The hording of these resources, (especially the diamonds) has caused countries outside of Africa to look elsewhere for these high dollar exports. Mostly due to the rate of violence involved in the collection of them.

So, I want to put up a link to a website that can give you more information about the Congo, and if you have the ability to do so, will accept a donation on your behalf. HERE IT IS.

So... I guess... Commence with the hatemail. Just know this... You bastards voted for it.